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Burnley striker Peter Crouch admits he could consider retirement

Peter Crouch admits he could consider retirement after his Burnley contract comes to an end.

The 38-year-old arrived at Turf Moor in January but made just five substitute appearances for the Clarets.

Now the former England striker must decide to look for another club or hang up the boots.

“I don't know is the honest answer," Crouch said.

“Everyone one I've spoken to who is fit and retired has regretted it.

“Everyone who has retired has told me to play on as long as I can.

“If I chose to play on I could because I feel fit and train every single day and touch wood haven't had many injuries.

“Do I want to? There's things that I could do that I'm quite enjoying.

“I'm going to sit down with the family and will probably get told what to do!

“I've been playing football every day for 23 years and it's a long time.

“To wake up one morning and not have it would be hard.

“If given the opportunity maybe I'll have a look at that but I really don't know."

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